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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 4, 2014
Rotary Club of LBK inches toward charter

The Rotary Club of Longboat Key has been active in its first 10 weeks.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 28, 2026
Sarasota Festival of the Arts serves up variety for attendees to browse

Held at J.D. Hamel Park, the event showcases work by artists from across the state and country, including Sarasota's community.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • December 19, 2012
DEC. 18, 2006: 'Bienvenidos a Longboat'

Six years ago, 25 Cuban refugees got their first glimpse of America when they landed on Beer Can Island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • February 11, 2019
When the gong is struck, Longboat's Longbeach Village Olympics begin

Games will be played throughout the Village.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Katie Johns |
  • September 14, 2016
Scallopalooza to help clam and scallop restoration

The annual event is Sarasota Bay Watch's lone fundraiser.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • March 22, 2018
Deputies planned for Sarasota elementary schools in April

A more permanent solution is planned for the 2018-2019 school year, but the School Board and sheriff are at odds on how to fund it.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 24, 2024
Creekwood roundabout hits road block in Manatee County

The $6.9 million project is headed toward a deferred list due to lack of funds.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 27, 2016
Colony case: Close to closure?

A court ruling that favors the Colony Beach and Tennis Association and a vote scheduled at press time could pave the road for redevelopment.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • November 9, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Nov. 10

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 8, 2009
Dry Dock owner asks for special meeting

This week Dry Dock Waterfront Grill owner Eric Hammersand asked the Town Commission to hold a special summer meeting that will allow him to build a roof for his outdoor dining area.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • March 12, 2020
FDOT reports improvement following U.S. 41 traffic changes

As construction continues on a roundabout at Fruitville Road, Longboat Key leaders remain concerned about plans for a Gulfstream Avenue project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • January 22, 2015
Mote announces $50 million fundraising push

As Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium celebrates its 60th anniversary, the organization has unveiled a fundraising campaign to help grow over the next 5 years.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • September 13, 2012
City manager will cull list of police chief candidates

By the beginning of next week, City Manager Tom Barwin, working with city staff, will narrow down the list of police chief candidates from 13 to five.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 1, 2012
Planning effort generates ideas for island's north end

The 40 stakeholders who participated in a Saturday workshop were encouraged to share ideas for northern Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • October 17, 2014
Bayfront group plans public forums

Sarasota Bayfront 20:20, the group developing a vision and master plan for a swath of bayfront land near the Van Wezel, is continuing to seek broad community participation in its efforts.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • July 17, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, July 18

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment events taking place this week in Sarasota.

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  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 4, 2026
Lakewood Ranch fundraiser is a hula for moolah

Sisterhood for Good's Tropical Escape presents the ultimate luau at the Sarasota Polo Club.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 27, 2009
Millage to increase?

A budget that attempts to maintain existing service levels will require the town of Longboat Key to implement a higher millage rate for the second year in a row.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 11, 2025
Thousands of new residences are planned now and soon in downtown

Cranes dot Sarasota's skyline as multifamily construction continues infill redevelopment with a growing trend toward rental units.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 28, 2013
Football Preview: Booker Tornadoes

Booker senior left tackle Najee White is hoping to secure a starting position in his first season with the Tornadoes.

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